Spiced Pork Chops with Pineapple-Cilantro Rice

Warming spices like cinnamon and cumin complement both the pork chops and the refreshing herb- and pineapple-flecked rice.

Total Time: 0:25

Prep: 0:25

Level:
Easy

Yield:
4 servings (cost per serving of $1.74)

Serves:
4

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Ingredients

1 c. long-grain white rice

1 tbsp. paprika

2 tsp. ground cumin

¼ tsp. ground cinnamon

Kosher salt

pepper

1 tbsp. olive oil

4 bone-in pork chops

1 medium red onion

1 can pineapple

½ c. roughly chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Cook the rice according to package directions.

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the paprika, cumin, cinnamon, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Heat the oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season the pork with the spice mixture and cook until golden brown, 2 minutes per side. Scatter the onions around the pork and roast until just the pork is cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork and toss with the pineapple and roasted onions. Fold in the cilantro and serve with the pork chops.